Hello, sorry there hasn't been any missouri posts here for you. I am in missouri and was banded 24 months ago. I have done well and am happy with the results although I have some to loose still. As far as Tricare goes they do pay for the band, I currently work on a military instilation and know they pay for. Most of our patients go to Columbia or Sedalia for the procedure. I wish u luck with your surgery as long as you meet the requirements I don't for see that tricare would turn you down.